Careers in Social Sciences

Why social sciences at UVic?

Applying to UVic

Careers in environmental studies
Kathryn Juricic works for the Fernwood Neighbourhood Group organizing their Good Food Program.
Environmental studies

Careers in geography
Kyle Nelson worked as an Ecological Monitoring Technician in Waterton Lakes National Park during a co-op term at UVic.
Geography

Careers in sociology
Rachel Lewis is the Chief Operating Officer for the Vancouver Whitecaps.
Sociology

Careers in political science
Exciting co-op placements like working at the BC legislature can help prepare you for a career in political science.
Political science

Careers in psychology
Experience working in UVic psychology research labs is preparing graduate student Sepideh Heydari for an exciting career.
Psychology

Careers in economics
Sadaf Mirza is the Chief Economist & Executive Director of Economic Forecasting and Analysis for the BC Government.
Economics

Careers in anthropology
Devin Tepleski was invited to work as a documentarian and archaeologist in Ghana during his time as a UVic student.
Anthropology

What can you do with a degree in Social Sciences?

More than 30,000 UVic social sciences graduates have amazing careers all over the world. We'll prepare you for a career in a field you're passionate about. You'll gain the set of skills necessary to be a critical thinker ready to make a positive impact.

A degree from the Faculty of Social Sciences will introduce you to a combination of theoretical, data-based and hands-on research. You'll understand and develop solutions to the problems that shape the world around us. Our students explore the complex relationships between humans, society and the environment.